Wettlauf 5K
- Date
- August 1, 2026
- Location
- 808 Main St., Jasper, IN
- Distance
- Wettlauf 5K Run · Wettlauf 5K Walk Only (no timing)
From the Organizer
The 5K Run will begin at 8am EST and the 5K Walk Only begin at 8:05amEST.
Registration and the start of the race take place on Main Street between 8th and 9th Street in Jasper, Indiana.
Pre-registrants can fill out their registration before the race and deliver it to St. John Bosco Youth Ministry at PO Box 908, Jasper, IN 47547.
Early Packet Pickup:
Preregistered participants can pick up their bibs and T-shirts anytime from
8am-6pm at Downtown Running on Friday, July 31st.
Downtown Running 605 Main St, Jasper, IN 47546
Packets can also be picked up on race day between 7am-7:55 am EST. by the start line at 808 Main St. Jasper, IN.
Refreshments:
Free refreshments including fruit and water will be available for the participants at the end of the race.
Timing:
The race will be timed by To The Finish Timing www.tothefinishtiming.com.
Awards & T-shirts:
Awards will be presented to the first three places in each division of the male and female categories in the 5K Run. An award will also be presented to the overall winner in the male and female categories. Participants will receive a unique Strassenfest Wettlauf t-shirt as part of the registration fee (while supplies last). All t-shirts and awards are courtesy of Deaconess Hospital.
Only a limited number of t-shirts of varying sizes are ordered. Size requests will be honored while supplies last.
Race Divisions:
For men and women:
1-10 , 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39,
40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-99
The Course:
The 5K run includes rolling, paved city streets. The route is well-marked, policed, and has ample water stations. There will be mile splits. No dogs are allowed in this race.
After the Races:
The Wettlauf is part of a four-day German festival in Jasper. It begins on Thursday, July 30th, and continues through Sunday, August 2nd. The fest features numerous food booths, rides, exhibits, concessions, events, and competitions while celebrating the German heritage with a “Street Festival” or Strassenfest!
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
93°
Typical Low
68°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Patoka Lake, 11 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Jasper, IN
Elevation
487 ft
Nearest Airport
EVV
Evansville Regional Airport · 41 mi
Major Hub
SDF
Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport · 64 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Wettlauf 5K?
- Wettlauf 5K is a running race held in Jasper, Indiana on August 1, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Wettlauf 5K?
- Saturday, August 1, 2026 in Jasper, Indiana at 808 Main St., Jasper, IN. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Wettlauf 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Wettlauf 5K
Aug 1, 2026